Why is Coconut oil good for you? It was previously believed that coconut oil might be bad for your health because the the high saturated fat content. Now we better understand that about half the fats in coconut oil are medium-chain fatty acids and not the "bad fats", (the long-chain fatty acids) that are believed to contribute to high bad cholesterol levels. Of course, it's still important to have a balanced diet with the right amount of healthy fat. Now that I've done some research on all the amazing benefits of coconut oil, I will be trying it in my cooking and some of my topical preparations! Feel free to contact me if you have questions! I love to help! AuntSareens.com